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Special Education Isn’t Always Specialized – with Dr. Robert Pasternack | Lindamood-Bell Radio

11 Sep, 2024

In this podcast episode, Dr. Pasternack discusses the role of tiered intervention in preventing unnecessary referrals, the importance of teacher preparation and professional development, and the necessary components of effective literacy instruction.  As a teacher, New Mexico State Special Education Director, and, ultimately, as the Assistant Secretary for the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative…

Shelly V., Lindamood-Bell Academy parent

23 Aug, 2024

Shelly, a Lindamood-Bell Academy parent, shares how she found the perfect school for her daughter, Brooklyn.  As a student with dyslexia, Brooklyn faced challenges in keeping up with the curriculum while working to improve her reading skills. Shelly discusses how Lindamood-Bell Academy provided the perfect balance, offering a supportive learning environment that not only met…

Ruth Gentry, Ph.D, Clinical Psychologist and Learning Center Parent

6 Aug, 2024

In this episode, Ruth Gentry shares her son Roan’s journey, including his reading challenges, dyslexia diagnosis, and getting help at Lindamood-Bell. Ruth describes how a disabled rescue dog named Sammy became Roan’s best friend, providing emotional support during daily online sessions. Now, Roan is thriving and reads to Sammy every night. Roan’s journey has been…

Paul Worthington, Lindamood-Bell’s Director of Research & Development | Lindamood-Bell Radio

22 Jul, 2024

Lindamood-Bell’s Director of Research & Development, Paul Worthington, delves into the Cognitive Science of Learning. In this episode, we’ll clarify common misconceptions, explore evidence-based interventions, and highlight the latest peer-reviewed research.

Lindamood-Bell Student’s Story Appears in Newsweek

22 May, 2024

When Roan Gentry started school in September 2022, his mother, Ruth Gentry, noticed her son’s behavioral problems and emotional distress. “He became a different child at school and was having behavioral problems like I have never seen,” Gentry recently told Newsweek. “He was escaping to the bathroom to get away from class every day, having…

Child Mind Institute’s Founder Talks Lindamood-Bell on NPR’s Fresh Air with Terry Gross

1 May, 2024

We’re excited to share some great news with you! Lindamood-Bell has recently received a noteworthy mention on NPR’s Fresh Air with Terry Gross. Dr. Harold Koplewicz, the respected founder of the Child Mind Institute in New York City, discusses the rising levels of anxiety and depression among children and teens, along with advice for parents….

Jacquelyn Taylor, Learning Disability Advocate

29 Nov, 2023

In this compelling new episode, we welcome Jacquelyn, a 17-year-old learning disability advocate behind MindsLikeMine. Jacquelyn shares her transformative journey of overcoming dyslexia and dyscalculia, emphasizing the power of community and open dialogue about learning disabilities. The episode explores her perseverance, academic achievements, and the value of evidence-based instruction on her journey.

Real Hope for Children Diagnosed with Dyslexia

26 May, 2023

Parents of children who struggle with learning often find it difficult to get adequate help. Even if a specific learning difficulty is identified, the focus of support may be on accommodations rather than solutions. At Lindamood-Bell, we believe all individuals can be taught to read and comprehend to their potential—including those diagnosed with dyslexia. As…

Job-Embedded PD makes the difference in Fulton County, Georgia

11 May, 2023

  Fulton County Schools in Georgia is a diverse school district serving large parts of the Atlanta area. In 2019 the district’s special education department recognized the need for improved reading instruction for their students. They sought to address all components of decoding, including phonemic awareness, word recognition, and reading accuracy, as well as a…

Changing the Dyslexic Brain:Important Updates for Educators & Parents in Australia

13 Jul, 2022

This webinar has already taken place.    In this webinar, Lindamood-Bell’s Director of Research & Development, Paul Worthington discusses how the latest diagnostic and intervention studies and instruction results are offering major hope for addressing the needs of individuals diagnosed with dyslexia.    Lindamood-Bell has pioneered programs to develop the imagery-language foundation that underlies reading,…

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At Lindamood-Bell, we provide personalized, evidence-based instruction that targets the root causes of reading difficulties.
From decoding struggles to comprehension gaps and beyond, our latest blog explains the signs to watch for and how our approach can help your child succeed.
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